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    Learn mentoring techniques for personal and professional development. Understand how to support, guide, and motivate mentees.

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    • A

      Arizona State University

      Giving Feedback

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Empowerment, Active Listening, Motivational Skills, Coaching, Leadership Development, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Columbia University

      Supporting Veteran Success in Higher Education

      Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Student Support and Services, Student Services, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Student Engagement, Diversity Awareness, Disabilities, Cultural Sensitivity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Generative AI Agents, Advertising, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Presentations, Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, LinkedIn, Peer Review, Professional Development, Professional Networking, Public Relations, Digital Assets, Adaptability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      232 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      البحث عن عمل في العصر الرقمي | Job Search in the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Marketing, Professional Networking, Writing, Professional Development, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Business Writing, Personal Development, Communication, Branding

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Utrecht University

      Responsible Conduct of Research

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Intellectual Property, Research Methodologies, Peer Review, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Higher Education, Data Management, Safety and Security, Mentorship

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Leading and Developing Top Talent

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Team Management, Team Building, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Employee Performance Management, Mentorship, Teamwork, Drive Engagement, Collaboration, Visionary, Innovation, Business Strategy, Goal Setting

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leadership Style and Building a High-Performance Team

      Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Succession Planning, Technical Management, Organizational Structure, Delegation Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Organizational Leadership, Engineering Management, Team Building, People Management, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Virtual Teams, Personal Development, Communication, Self-Awareness

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Resilience, Stress Management, Mental Concentration, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Persistence, Accountability, Productivity, Time Management, Positivity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Leeds

      Training and Learning Online

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Learning Strategies, Personal Development, Communication, Self-Awareness, Technical Communication, Digital Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      122 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Career Self-Management Advanced Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Peer Review, Professional Development, Employee Coaching, Communication Strategies, Collaboration, Personal Development, Strategic Planning, Content Creation, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Brand Management, Digital Assets, Goal Setting, Branding, LinkedIn, Social Media, Marketing Strategies, Investigation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Compassionate Leadership Through Service Learning with Jane Goodall and Roots & Shoots

      Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Compassion, Community Development, Community Outreach, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Empathy, Data Mapping, Teaching, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Curriculum Planning, Working With Children, Collaboration, Student Engagement, Planning, Environmental Issue

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading Oneself with Purpose and Meaning

      Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Growth Mindedness, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Attributes, Accountability, Leadership, Resilience, Visionary, Goal Setting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mentoring courses

    • Giving Feedback: Arizona State University
    • Supporting Veteran Success in Higher Education: Columbia University
    • Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding: The State University of New York
    • البحث عن عمل في العصر الرقمي | Job Search in the Digital Age: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Responsible Conduct of Research: Utrecht University
    • Leading and Developing Top Talent : Kennesaw State University
    • Leadership Style and Building a High-Performance Team: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Training and Learning Online: University of Leeds
    • Career Self-Management Advanced Certification: The State University of New York

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

    Leadership (53)
    Project Management (30)
    Plan (25)
    Planning (24)
    Modeling (17)
    Analytics (16)
    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Mentoring

    Mentoring describes a learning relationship between two people, usually in a work or school environment. The mentor guides, supports, and offers feedback to the mentee about a variety of topics, including career-related decisions, work-life balance, and organizational skills. This arrangement aims to maximize the potential of a mentee who's adjusting to a new work environment or establishing a career path.‎

    It's important to learn how to mentor because it makes you a better employee and gives you an opportunity to give back to others. Ideally, the mentor-mentee relationship is reciprocal, and both people benefit from the work they do together. When you mentor a new employee, you build your leadership and communication skills, which can open advancement opportunities. It also lets you view your work from a new perspective and gives you a sense of satisfaction that you're helping others.‎

    Learning how to mentor and putting into action the skills you develop put you in a position for leadership roles within your organization. You may earn a promotion to a supervisory or managerial position. The process of mentoring other people also deepens your knowledge of your own position. Your productivity may increase and lead to other jobs with your current or future employers.‎

    The kind of people best suited for roles in mentoring are, first of all, enthusiastic about their work. They are often experts in their field, but continually seek to learn as much as possible about the field and how to improve their performance. At the same time, they want to pass on their knowledge.

    Successful mentors understand the power of active listening. They listen to their mentees so they fully understand their needs and can develop a plan to address them. Mentors should have empathy and genuine respect for their mentees and be able to give them honest feedback.‎

    Online Mentoring courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Mentoring skills. Choose from a wide range of Mentoring courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Mentoring, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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